Ken James

Acting

Freshness: Jan 21, 2026

46Total Films

10.0 Highest Rated

Born: Mar 11, 1934

Birth Place: Canada

About Ken James

Ken James (March 11, 1934 - September 21, 2016) was a Canadian actor.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Ken James reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 46 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Ken James's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.

The "Box Office" Signature

With a 15% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Ken James remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Promise the Moon, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Ken James Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Ken James's career based on audience ratings.

★10.0

★10.0

Promise the Moon: Ranch hand Roy Leckner tries to fulfill his employer’s dying wish to find his long lost son, bring him home and groom hi

Promise the Moon

1997•TV Movie

★7.6

★7.6

Cinderella Man: The true story of boxer Jim Braddock who, following his retirement in the 1930s, makes a surprise comeback in order to l

Cinderella Man

2005•Romance

★7.0

Perry Mason: The Case of the Shooting Star (1986) movie poster

★7.0

Perry Mason: The Case of the Shooting Star: An actor rigs a fake shooting on TV with the connivance of his friend, the show's host, but the practical joke goes wron

Perry Mason: The Case of the Shooting Star

1986•Crime

★7.0

A Whale for the Killing (1981) movie poster

★7.0

A Whale for the Killing: A conservationst, stranded with his family at a Newfoundland coastal resort, flies in the face of custom and fights an e

A Whale for the Killing

1981•Adventure

★7.0

★7.0

Equus: A psychiatrist, Martin Dysart, investigates the savage blinding of six horses with a metal spike in a stable in Hampshir

Equus

1977•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Ken James.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2005	Fangoria: Blood Drive II	-	Flop	Similar →
2005	Cinderella Man	Ancil Hoffman	Super Hit	Similar →
2002	The Fraternity	Chief Lloyd Huxley	Flop	Similar →
2001	The Day Reagan Was Shot	General Yates	Average	Similar →
1999	The Third Miracle	Father Paul Panak	Average	Similar →
1999	Lethal Vows	Mark Lunger	Average	Similar →
1998	Family Blessings	Ed	Average	Similar →
1998	Thanks of a Grateful Nation	Dr. Evan Johns	Flop	Similar →
1998	Dogboys	Warden Adam Wakefield	Average	Similar →
1997	Ms. Scrooge	Sam Catherwood	Average	Similar →
1997	Promise the Moon	Charlie	Super Hit	Similar →
1996	Jack Reed: Death and Vengeance	District Commander	Flop	Similar →
1996	Fly Away Home	Developer	Hit	Similar →
1996	Beyond the Call	Mel	Average	Similar →
1996	Double Jeopardy	Harold Brayken	Flop	Similar →
1994	Spenser: Pale Kings and Princes	Bailey Rogers	Flop	Similar →
1992	The Broken Cord	Dr. Wilson	Flop	Similar →
1992	Psychic	Markowitz	Flop	Similar →
1992	Landslide	Mac	Flop	Similar →
1990	Leona Helmsley: The Queen of Mean	-	Average	Similar →
1989	Mama's Going to Buy You a Mockingbird	Mr. Medford	Flop	Similar →
1989	The Rocket Boy	Father	Flop	Similar →
1988	Switching Channels	Warden Terwilliger	Average	Similar →
1987	Street Justice	Green	Flop	Similar →
1986	Perry Mason: The Case of the Shooting Star	Page	Hit	Similar →
1986	Youngblood	Frazier	Average	Similar →
1986	One Night Only	Wesley	Flop	Similar →
1983	Hot Money	Donovan	Flop	Similar →
1982	Highpoint	Man #1 with Briefcase	Flop	Similar →
1981	A Whale for the Killing	Lorne	Hit	Similar →
1980	Double Negative	City Editor	Flop	Similar →
1979	Summer's Children	Tony	Flop	Similar →
1979	City on Fire	Andrew	Flop	Similar →
1979	Riel	Maier	Average	Similar →
1978	Blood & Guts	Harry Brown	Flop	Similar →
1977	Equus	Mr. Pierce	Hit	Similar →
1977	Welcome to Blood City	Flint	Flop	Similar →
1977	Rituals	Abel	Average	Similar →
1976	Breaking Point	Hogerty	Average	Similar →
1975	The Heatwave Lasted Four Days	Sid	Flop	Similar →
1974	Why Rock the Boat?	Ronny Waldron	Flop	Similar →
1974	To Kill the King	MacGilvrey	Hit	Similar →
1974	Running Time	Detective	Flop	Similar →
1972	The Sloane Affair:	-	Flop	Similar →
1971	The Crowd Inside	Alex	Flop	Similar →
1961	The Hired Gun	-	Flop	Similar →

Ken James - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Ken James?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ken James is "Promise the Moon" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Ken James acted in?

Ken James has been featured in at least 46 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Ken James?

Other notable films include "Cinderella Man", "Perry Mason: The Case of the Shooting Star", and "A Whale for the Killing".